Vancouver Island State o f the Island Economic Summit - Nanaimo, BC - The Vancouver Island Economic Alliance presents the VI Economic Summit. A venue and a forum that brings together Youth, First Nations, Political Leaders, Business Leaders, Small Business and other inspirational leaders in championing actions which will position Vancouver Island in the global Marketplace. Summit breakout sessions include Opportunities in the Green Economy, Women in Leadership. and Business of First Nations.

September 2012: Green Building Design and Construction Certificate
Camosun College Continuing Studies is offering this program in a blended format which involves both on-campus classes at the Jim Pattison Centre of Excellence in Penticton and off-campus online study. More info

A Greener Economy for British Columbia

Greening British Columbia's economy involves transitioning to a
sustainable economic model that is powered by green technologies and practices
in every dimension of society and that generates green jobs, creates more
sustainable businesses, and stimulates low-carbon investments
province-wide.

Further $25m Dedicated to Rural Clean Energy Projects - The Province will provide a further $25 million to develop innovative, clean energy projects in British Columbia’s rural communities through the Innovative Clean Energy (ICE) Fund.

This second round of ICE Fund projects will see approximately $25 million in funding to address specific B.C. energy and environmental priorities, as well as accelerating the commercialization of clean energy technologies.